Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft lip and palate. The surgeon prescribes restraints. The nurse should apply which of the following types of restraints to the infant?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Elbow restraints prevent the infant from touching the surgical site. Wrist, mummy, or jacket restraints are inappropriate for this purpose.